Chholing Taha

Native American Cree artist Chholing Taha “Shawl Lady” depicts folklore and storytelling in her artwork using acrylics on watercolor paper. There are many sacred objects to be discovered in each painting. Each painting explores encounters with earth messages, from the great teacher Handsome Lake (Seneca), to Wintermaker, and Bears Tipi (aka Devil’s Tower). Her paintings act as an honoring, translating and preserving great stories, traditions, and messages. Watch her on PBS’s MN Original here: http://www.mnoriginal.org/guides/chholing-taha/